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The critical post-discharge period for older patients leaving a hospital
Author(s)Carol C Fethke, Ian M Smith
Journal titleJournal of Gerontological Social Work, vol 16, nos 3/4, 1991
Pagespp 93-106
Sourcehttp://www.tandfonline.com
KeywordsDischarged patients ; Aftercare ; Community care.
AnnotationSurvey measured levels of re-admission and death in the year following patients discharge. A critical post-discharge period is identified which has implications for the community based care of the discharged patient.
Accession NumberCPA-950103007 A
ClassmarkLFD: LN: PA

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